• Proceedings of the KSME Conference
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• 2008.11a
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• pp.1533-1538
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• 2008

The development of new material systems like Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymer (CFRP) places ever higher demands on the techniques for non-destructive material characterisation. Image-producing eddy current methods also need to satisfy these demands. Eddy-current imaging of FRP is based on the anisotropic electrical properties of the material investigated. Significant differences in conductivity between carbon fibres, polymer matrix and integrated functional components can be found. The availability of high-resolution sensors enables access to the local distribution of the electromagnetic properties. The static and dynamic procedures for isolating influential characteristics, already in use in eddy-current technology, can now be supplemented by topographical images. The precondition for a successful implementation of the eddy-current procedure is a deeper understanding of the image-generating process which allows correct interpretation of the images obtained.

• Journal of the Society of Disaster Information
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• v.10 no.3
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• pp.388-395
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• 2014

In this paper, usability and use force on the structure and does not have a big impact on the development of existing materials developed using materials to their full impact/blast resistant Complex configuration on the panel that can be implemented. Each material of the characteristics so that they can exert in layers of layer formed panels in layers. Structure of the general structure is to keep strength and endurance, maintenance and minimize the damage can be utilized for knee brace to do basic research, for creating the panel.

• Steel and Composite Structures
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• v.19 no.4
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• pp.917-937
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• 2015

During a seismic event, a considerable amount of energy is input into a structure. The law of energy conservation imposes the restriction that energy must either be absorbed or dissipated by the structure. Recent earthquakes have shown that the use of concentric bracing system with their low ductility and low energy dissipation capacity, causes permanent damage to structures during intense earthquakes. Hence, engineers are looking at bracing system with higher ductility, such as chevron and eccentric braces. However, braced frame would not be easily repaired if serious damage has occured during a strong earthquake. In order to solve this problem, a new bracing system an off-centre bracing system with higher ductility and higher energy dissipation capacity, is considered. In this paper, some numerical studies have been performed using ANSYS software on a frame with off-centre bracing system with optimum eccentricity and circular element created, called OBS_C_O model. In addition, other steel frame with diagonal bracing system and the same circular element is created, called DBS_C model. Furthermore, linear and nonlinear behavior of these steel frames are compared in order to introduce a new way of optimum performance for these dissipating elements. The obtained results revealed that using a ductile element or circular dissipater for increasing the ductility of off-centre bracing system and centric bracing system is useful. Finally, higher ductility and more energy dissipation led to more appropriate behavior in the OBS_C_O model compared to DBS_C model.

• Journal of the Korean Arthroscopy Society
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• v.1 no.1
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• pp.128-131
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• 1997

전방십자인대의 일차수복술이나 재건술후에 장기간의 비체중부하가 필요한지를 결정하기 위해서 일차수복술을 시행한 96례와 재건술을 시행한 82례등 총 178례를 대상으로 술후 체중부하시기에따라 두군으로 나누어 비교분석 하였다. 모든 례에서 술후 보조기를 착용하였고 120례에서는 술후 첫6주간 점차적으로 관절운동범위를 증가를 시키고 다음 6주간은 완전운동범위 회복상태에서 유지후 술후 12주에 체중부하를 허용하였으며 나머지 58례에서 술후 완전신전상태에서 즉시 체중부하를 시켜서 정기적으로 Lachman검사, KT 2000을 이용하여 불안정성여부를 관찰하였다. 평균 추시기간은 4.2년(2년$\~$6년)이었고 불안정성에 대한 평가는 AMA 분류에 따랐다. 최종추시상 모든환자에서 1+이상의 불안정성은 발견되지 않았으며 술후 12주에 체중부하를 한군에서 1a+가 104례$(86.7\%)$, 1b+군이 16례$(13.3\%)$로 관찰되고 즉시 체중부하를 한 군에서 1a+가 51례$(87.9\%)$, 1b+가 7례$(12.1\%)$에서 보였으나 통계적으로 의미있는 차이는 없었다(P>0.05). 본연구의 결과로 전방십자인대 일차수복술이나 재건술후 신전보조기를 착용시키고 즉시 보행을 시키는 것이 술후 슬관절의 불안정성에 영향을 주지 않으며 안전한 재활방법으로 생각된다.

• The Journal of the Korean bone and joint tumor society
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• v.7 no.4
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• pp.139-143
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• 2001

Purpose : Limb salvage for osteosarcoma of proximal tibia is challenging problem due to difficulties in mobilizing or retracting the main neurovascular structure, inadequate soft tissue coverage, and unsolved problem of patellar tendon reattachment to endoprosthesis. The authors analyzed the functional result of limb salvage using tumor prosthesis with medial gastrocnemius rotation plasty for osteosarcama of the proximal tibia. Materials and Methods : Eleven patients with histologically proven osteosarcoma of the proximal tibia, treated with adjuvant and neoadjuvant chemotherapy and limb salvage operation with tumor prosthesis between January 1992 and December 1998 at our Medical Center, were selected. There were 6 male and 5 female. Age ranged from 15 years to 23.7 years with an average of 23.7 years. Follow-up period ranged from 1 year to 4.5 years with an average of 2.5 years. The final functional result was evaluated using the method by ISOLS, 1993. The factors include pain, functional activities, emotional acceptance, use of external supports, walking ability and gait. Each of the factors has been scored from 0 to 5 depending on the appropriate description or data. The rating score is determined by dividing the individual factor scores into the total score and indicates percentage of normal function. Results : The overall functional result ranged from 53,3% to 86.7% with an average of 68.3% of normal function. In details, the averages were 82.5% for pain, 62.5% for functional activities, 67.5% for emotional acceptance, 77.5% for use of external supports, 62.5% for walking ability, and 57.5% for gait. The average range of motion of the knee joint was $5^{\circ}$ extension and $85^{\circ}$ flexion. Five patients have extension lag ranged from $5^{\circ}$ to $15^{\circ}$ with an average of $10^{\circ}$. Two patients suffered postoperative infection. One was treated with antibiotics injection only, but the other needed removal of the prosthesis and knee fusion. Both of them showed unsatisfactory result. C o n c l u s i o n : The overall functional result after limb salvage using tumor prosthesis with medial gastrocnemius rotational flap for osteosarcoma of the proximal tibia was relatively satisfactory in case of no postoperative infection. The patients were less satisfactory in functional activities, emotional acceptance and gait than pain, use of external supports due to limitation of motion and extension lag. More aggressive postoperative physical therapy and protection with brace for 6~9 months as well as surgical technique is mandatory for more satisfactory result.

• Journal of Korean Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
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• v.6 no.2
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• pp.92-98
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• 2007

Purpose: We evaluated the clinical results of arthroscopic ACL reconstruction using quadrupled hamstring tendon with tibial remnant-preserving technique. Materials and Methods: Thirty-five cases were evaluated from Feb, 2003 to May, 2006. The average interval from injury to surgery was $2.6{\pm}1.6$ months. The cause of injury was mostly sports-related trauma. The average follow-up period was 17 months. Tibial remnant was preserved as much as possible and caution was taken not to damage the remnant during ACL reconstruction. Postoperative rehabilitation was the same as the usual rehabilitation method after ACL reconstruction, except for delaying motion for 2 weeks with an extension locking brace. Clinical evaluation was performed using ROM; Lachman test; pivot-shift test; anterior displacement measurement using KT-2000 arthrometer; Lysholm score and proprioception measured by single limb standing test. Results: There was no limitation of knee motion without contracture. The Lachman test and pivot-shift test were both negative. The side-to-side difference of anterior displacement measured using KT-2000 arthrometer was improved from 6.7 mm to 2.2 mm. The average Lysholm score improved from 81 to 96. The single limb standing test for proprioceptive evaluation showed no significant difference from a normal leg. Conclusion: ACL reconstruction with tibial remnant-preserving technique can preserve mechanoreceptors with prorioception and expect good functional recovery.